After decades of debate and research linking it to cancer in animals, the FDA has finally banned red dye No. 3 from food, beverages, and ingested drugs in the United States. This landmark decision, announced Wednesday, January 15, 2025, marks a significant win for consumer health advocates. Red dye No. 3 is found in … Read more
An oligarchy is a form of governance where power is concentrated in the hands of a small group of individuals, families, or entities. These elites exercise control over decision-making, often prioritizing their interests over the broader populace. Derived from the Greek words oligos (few) and arkhein (to rule), oligarchies manifest in various political, economic, and … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump has announced the creation of a new federal agency, the “External Revenue Service” (ERS), set to launch on January 20, 2025. The agency aims to revolutionize how America collects foreign-sourced revenue, including tariffs and duties. Key aspects of the announcement: The Transition Plan: Trump’s economic team, led by Treasury Secretary nominee Scott … Read more
US President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to buy Greenland has taken a significant legal step. Republican members of the US House of Representatives are supporting a new bill that could clear the way for the acquisition of the world’s largest island. Named the ‘Make Greenland Great Again Act’, the bill seeks to empower the President … Read more
For decades, predicting the 3D structure of proteins from their amino acid sequence has been a grand challenge in biology. This intricate folding process dictates a protein’s function, making it crucial for understanding biological processes and developing new medicines. Now, thanks to Google DeepMind’s groundbreaking creation, AlphaFold, this challenge is being met with unprecedented accuracy. … Read more
A limestone quarry in Oxfordshire, UK, has earned the nickname “dinosaur highway” due to the discovery of hundreds of dinosaur footprints dating back to the Middle Jurassic Period, around 166 million years ago. Known as Dewars Farm Quarry, the site offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these prehistoric giants. A Historic Discovery In … Read more
Outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden recently unveiled comprehensive regulations aimed at controlling the global diffusion of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. These new measures tighten controls on AI model weights, chip exports, and compute purchasing while fostering secure partnerships with allied nations. While designed to safeguard national security and maintain America’s technological leadership, the rules … Read more
Illegal mining—often a byproduct of unregulated or abandoned mine sites—is a persistent issue in South Africa. The recent tragedy at the Buffelsfontein Gold Mine near Stilfontein has highlighted the grim realities of informal mining practices, governance failures, and human rights concerns. With reports of over 100 deaths and more than 500 miners still trapped underground … Read more
Context Significant Developments Mechanism of Action of Rapamycin in Anti-Aging Effects on Aging and Disease Prevention Reference: Geneng, ET
NATO has announced the launch of a new military initiative, “Baltic Sentry,” aimed at bolstering the protection of critical infrastructure in the Baltic Sea region. The initiative was unveiled during a high-profile Summit of Baltic Sea Allies in Helsinki, co-hosted by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Alexander Stubb of Finland, and Prime Minister Kristen … Read more
